Product Name
Quality Aerosols Q8400-AA Industrial Strength Aggressive Spray-On Adhesive Remover 14 oz
Brief Description
Quality Aerosols Q8400-AA is an industrial-strength, aggressive spray-on adhesive remover, solvent cleaner, and degreaser. It is formulated to quickly and effectively dissolve and remove a wide range of tough adhesives and residues, while also cleaning and degreasing various surfaces. This product is delivered via an aerosol system for controlled and even application.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Removing adhesive overspray- Eliminating industrial glue and mastic- Cleaning water/solvent-passed adhesives- Dissolving tar, grease, oil, and grime- Removing ink, hot melt, and Blue Goop- Softening and removing adhesive labels, stickers, and tape residue from machinery and various substrates- Surface preparation prior to bonding- Cleaning and degreasing metal parts, motors, tools, and concrete
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Automotive Service/Repair: For comprehensive adhesive removal and cleaning of equipment.- Construction/Building Services: Ideal for removing mastic, floor adhesives, and other industrial glues from floors, concrete, and various building materials.- General Manufacturing: Used for cleaning machines, conveyor belts, engines, and for general glue, resin, or sealant residue removal.- Metal Fabrication: Effective for cleaning and degreasing metal parts.- Sign & Display: Essential for removing labels, stickers, and tape residue from various display materials and machinery.- Distributers & Resellers: As a product supplied to distributors for various industrial and professional applications.- Flooring Installer or Manufacturer: For the removal of floor adhesives and mastic from different flooring types.
Special and Unique Features
- Industrial strength and aggressive solvent cleaner- Biodegradable formulation- Safe for use on painted surfaces- Leaves no oily residue- Features a pleasant lemon scent- VOC compliant (18%) meeting CARB and OTC requirements- Aerosol delivery system ensures even and controlled application with a mist spray pattern
Key Properties
- Type: Solvent-based adhesive remover, cleaner, and degreaser- Form: Aerosol spray- VOC Content: 19.7% / 202 g/L (VOC Compliant CARB/OTC)- Color: Clear- Scent: Lemon- Residue: No oily residue
Surface Compatibility
- Painted surfaces- Glass- Porcelain- Concrete- Metals- Plastics- Vinyl
Known backups / known substitutes
- AcraStrip 600 BG Mod Auto (bio-friendly, aqueous cleaning compound)- CRC Industrial Adhesive Remover (low VOC, fast-acting)- 3M™ Adhesive Removers (e.g., Citrus Base, Low VOC)- Goo Gone (various formulations for different surfaces)- Goof Off (professional strength remover)- Acetone (effective but can damage some plastics and painted surfaces)- Rubbing alcohol (can loosen some industrial glues, but may damage painted surfaces)- Mineral spirits- Lacquer thinner (aggressive, can damage surfaces)- Petroleum-based solvents (e.g., WD40, Goo-Gone)
Comparison Note
While many industrial adhesive removers exist, Quality Aerosols Q8400-AA distinguishes itself as an aggressive, solvent-based cleaner that is also biodegradable and specifically noted as safe for painted surfaces, plastics, and vinyl, leaving no oily residue and having a pleasant lemon scent. This contrasts with some general-purpose removers or stronger solvents like acetone, which may pose risks to certain substrates or leave unpleasant odors. Its VOC compliance also makes it a more environmentally conscious choice compared to some alternatives.
